PhD Student (m/f/d) in the field of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, energy and process engineering, physical engineering or a comparable discipline

To strengthen our team in the division “Consequence Analysis of Substances and Energy releases” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a

PhD Student (m/f/d) in the field of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, energy and process engineering, physical engineering or a comparable discipline

Salary group 13 TVöD
Temporary contract for 36 months
Full-time / suitable as part-time employment

The Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) is a materials research organization in Germany. Our mission is to ensure safety in technology and chemistry. We perform research and testing in materials science, materials engineering and chemistry to improve the safety of products and processes. At BAM we do research that matters. Our work covers a broad array of topics in the focus areas of energy, infrastructure, environment, materials, and analytical sciences.

We are looking for talented people to join us.

Your responsibilities include:

Work on a research project for the experimental investigation of primary blast trauma, focus: set-up and validation of the experimental setup (shock wave generator).
Specific tasks include:
– Set-up and validation of the test rig (shock generator) on the basis of an autoclave
– Draft and implementation of the measurement set-up, also in generic body models
– Implementation of test series for the investigation of the primary blast injury in a testing team
– Data processing, analysis and publication

Your qualifications:

– Successfully completed university degree in engineering (master’s/diploma) in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, energy and process engineering, physical engineering or a comparable field
– Good knowledge in the application of measurement technology (e.g. pressure, temperature, acceleration)
– Good knowledge of fluid mechanics
– Ability to analyze experimental data in a structured manner and prepare them for publication
– Willingness to perform manual-practical work on the BAM TTS
– Very good spoken and written expression skills in German and English
– Knowledge of gas dynamics/theory of compressible gases is an advantage
– Experience in handling combustible gases and explosion tests is an advantage
– Experience in the design of test rigs is an advantage
– Good communication and information behaviour, goal-oriented and structured way of working, initiative/commitment and ability to make decisions as well as ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate

We offer:

– Interdisciplinary research at the interface of politics, economics and society
– Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutes and industrial companies
– Outstanding facilities and infrastructure
– Flexible working hours and mobile working

Your application:

We welcome applications by 20.11.2022 via the online application form at
https://recruitingapp-5507.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/1432/Application/CheckLogin/1?lang=ger
Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 338/22-2.4 to:

Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und ‑prüfung
Referat Z.3 – Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin
GERMANY
www.bam.de

Dr. Daniel Krentel will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-3391 and/or by email to [email protected].

BAM pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. In addition, BAM supports the integration of severely disabled persons and therefore especially welcomes their applications. With regard to the fulfilment of the job advertisement requirements, the application documents are examined individually. Recognised severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally suitable.

The advertised position requires a high level of physical aptitude.
BAM actively supports the compatibility of work and family and has been certified as a family- and life-phase-conscious employer by the “audit berufundfamilie” since 2015.